Bob Livingston

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Introduction

I enjoy wood working (65+ years) and take great pride in my work. I build wood furniture, repair wood furniture and refinish wood furniture. I do not return a piece to the customer until I am satisfied with the project. I do not do any upholstery work. I do not repair mechanical recliners. I do not re-cane wood chairs. I will pick up and return your furniture, but do not work in your home/office. I am a US Army veteran and offer all vet’s a 10% discount.

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Hired 101 times

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54 years in business

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Dresser & Chest of Drawers
Furniture Refinishing

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Ann B.

Sep 17, 2024

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Bob did a great job repairing a broken leg on an antique wingback chair I inherited from my mother. He not only repaired the leg, but he retouched the finish so that you cannot even tell that the leg was broken. He did the work in a timely manner and was very professional, responsive, and reasonable in price. He picked up the chair, returned it to me, and even placed it in the room for me. I couldn’t have been more pleased with the job he did, and I highly recommend Bob for antique furniture repair.

Details: Repair broken furniture • Chair • Wood • At the pro’s location

Furniture Repair

Chris R.

Mar 24, 2024

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Bob refinished and repaired a couple of railroad benches from Galveston for me. Both pieces look better than I have ever seen them. Bob is a true professional and I will not hesitate to reach out and contact him in the future if I have any new projects.

Details: Repair broken furniture • Wood • At the pro’s location

Furniture Repair

Rachel J.

Jan 19, 2024

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Bob is an excellent craftsman. I really enjoyed working with him to paint my mother's furniture; to bring it to new life for my 9 year old daughter. The quality was excellent and Bob was so enjoyable and trustworthy to work with.

Details: Apply new paint or stain • Strip old paint or stain • Bed frame • Armoire • 2 pieces of furniture • At the pro’s location

Furniture Refinishing

Mary C.

Nov 10, 2024

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This review is long overdue but certainly deserved. Almost two years ago Mr Livingston did a full strip and refinish in my dining table and chairs. He did a lovely job. His price was not the cheapest offered, but in the end it was very reasonable for the exceptional work he did. Mr Livingston is a true craftsman. He is not just one of the many people all over the internet now that will chalk paint your dresser for you although I bet it would look fabulous if he did. It is evident he takes great pride in his work and pays great attention to detail. My table is solid wood and the finish is perfect. He worked with me to determine the perfect shade of stain and offered me options to view on my wood before I made a final decision. I would trust him with my antiques and heirloom prices. I would most certainly use him again.

Details: Restore original wood • Apply finish or polish • Table • Chair • Wood • At the pro’s location

Furniture Repair

Stuart Z.

Sep 30, 2024

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Bob did a beautiful job on our table. He’s not speedy but he does excellent work, offers very fair and reasonable prices (particularly for the quality of his work) and is a really nice guy. 100% would use him again.

Details: Repair scratches, dents, or cracks • Remove watermark • Table • Wood • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Furniture Repair

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing is very simple: Labor hours and materials. My labor rate is $50.00 per hour.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Fully understand their needs, explain my approach to complete their project and answer all questions they may have. Provide a firm written quote.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
More than 50 years experience. As a teenage worked as an apprentice building interior of sailboats. Trade magazines, trade shows, hands on classes for new techniques.

Bob Livingston

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